Al Yellon

Mike Napoli has been the hitting star for the Rangers in the World Series. Matt Snyder reminds us to not ignore his huge defensive contributions.

David Heck of Roto Hardball profiles four key prospects now doing well in the Arizona Fall League who could have an impact in the major leagues in 2012.

New White Sox manager Robin Ventura has no managerial experience. Jim Margalus of South Side Sox says the two World Series managers set out good lessons for Ventura in Game 5.

No, this isn’t pop psychology. Jacob Peterson of Beyond the Boxscore defines “passiveness” or “aggressiveness” in hitters and ranks the top 15 of each.

In the wake of Jon Lester’s claim that Red Sox players had beer in the clubhouse during games, ESPN Boston reports that MLB executive VP Joe Torre is looking into a league-wide ban.